Bible Dictionary
Kirjathhuzoth
Kirjathhuzoth was the Moabite place where Balak accompanied Balaam after his arrival. It is mentioned only in the account of Balaam’s visit.
Definition
Kirjathhuzoth means “city of streets.” It was a place in Moab where Balak accompanied Balaam immediately after Balaam’s arrival.
Biblical Usage
The place is mentioned only in the account of Balaam’s visit to Moab, in connection with Balak’s reception of him.
Historical Background
Kirjathhuzoth appears to have lain between the Arnon, identified with Wady Mojeb, and Bamoth-baal.
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Smith's Bible Dictionary
(city of streets), a place to which Balak accompanied Balaam immediately after his arrival in Moab, (Numbers 22:39) and which is nowhere else mentioned. It appears to have lain between the Arnon (Wady Mojeb) and Bamoth-baal. Comp. vs. (Numbers 22:36) and Numb 22:41